Axa to acquire majority stake in €1.2bn Italian MGA with UK operations
’We are confident we can further scale our direct business, expanding our market reach to customer segments that naturally complement those served by our traditional distribution channels,’ says chief executive
The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest appointments, promotions and leadership changes from 7 to 11 July 2025
Axa UK and Ireland appoints new chief financial officer
’I look forward to bringing my experience to build on the great progress already being made,’ says appointee
Digital distributor renews binder arrangement with Axa
’This renewal continues a long-standing and highly valued partnership that has been fundamental to our growth,’ says commercial director
Personal lines distributor secures new A rated capacity from four insurers
’From classic vehicles to new luxury homes on wheels, with this new broad and secure panel we are bringing much need choice to the market,’ says director
Axa to merge two of its teams in reinsurance reshuffle
’This strategic alignment enables us to reduce duplication, enhance market presence and ensure seamless communication across our global operations,’ says head
Brokers reveal 2025’s best and worst insurer eTrading platforms
Aviva has secured a seventh consecutive five star award for eTrading service in Insurance Times’ latest research, trumping other extranet platforms such as Zurich Online, RSA Online and QBE FastFlow – but what else is the survey data saying?
Gender pay gaps at UK insurers revealed – the best and worst performers
Insurance Times investigates the gender pay gaps at the biggest insurers listed within its annual Top 50 Insurers report
Brokers reveal 2025’s best and worst commercial lines insurers
Markel UK has topped brokers’ commercial lines ranking for the second year running and a third time in five years, according to exclusive research from Insurance Times
Inside the insurer talent gap
‘If you’re an individual and you’re an underwriter, then you’re in a really good place at the moment because lots of people are wanting your services and they are paying very well for it,’ says managing director
Tara Foley: Axa UK and Ireland strives to be the ‘go-to place for talent in the industry’
Alongside a focus on organic growth and technology, the insurer’s medium-term strategy sees it bid to become a ‘destination workplace’
Tara Foley: Consumer Duty is ‘not a one and done’ regulation
Insurer chief executive says the implementation of the new rules has ‘required significant effort and focus’
Insurance Times Advent Calendar: Jon Walker
For the 10th day of advent, Jon Walker, chief executive of Axa Commercial, highlights how the true spirit of collaboration can benefit the industry
Tara Foley: Reduction in inflation will have ‘positive impact’ on COR
’We continuously monitor the economic environment,’ says chief executive
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